Linda (Quick) Denham Gruver, a cherished daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026, at Yuma Medical Center in Yuma, Arizona. Born in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on July 1, 1947, Linda was the beloved daughter of Wilford and Jerrine Quick.
Linda's life was marked by her unwavering dedication to her family, her strength, and her graceful beauty. A proud graduate of Kahoka High School in Kahoka, Missouri, class of 1965, she carried the values and lessons from her formative years throughout her life.
In 1966, Linda married Jerry Denham, and together they raised two sons, Nick and Cory Denham. Her life was filled with love and laughter, as she nurtured her sons with endless affection and guidance. Though their paths eventually diverged, Linda and Jerry remained united in their devotion to their family. In 1992, Linda found love again and married Terrance Gruver, with whom she shared many happy years before parting ways in 2009. In her final years, Linda found comfort and joy in the companionship of her dear friend, Bob Tate, in Yuma, Arizona.
Linda's legacy lives on through her surviving family: her son, Cory Denham, and his wife Monique; her cherished grandchildren, Chelsea and Nickolas Denham; and her adored great-grandchildren, Evelyn and Micah Bosnak. She will also be lovingly remembered by her sister, Trudy Darrah, her niece, Michelle Walker, and her special friend, Bob Tate. Linda was predeceased by her parents, her son Nick Eugene Denham, and her brother-in-law, Denny Darrah.
Her family and friends will forever cherish the memories of Linda's unwavering love and dedication. She was a pillar of strength, always placing the needs of her family above her own, and her beautiful spirit will remain in their hearts forever. As they bid farewell, they offer a heartfelt message: "Forever in our hearts and memories. Rest in peace, beautiful Momma!"
A service to honor and celebrate Linda's life will be held at Kahoka Cemetery in Kahoka, Missouri, where family and friends will gather to remember the remarkable woman she was. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made in Linda's memory to a charity of your choice, in honor of the love and kindness she shared with all who knew her.
Funeral Program
Service Details
Kahoka CemeteryKahoka, Mo
Order of Service
WelcomeMonique Denham
Opening PrayerRev Shawn McAfee
Scripture ReadingRev Shawn McAfee
EulogyChelsea Denham
Words of RemembranceOpen to Anyone
Closing PrayerRev Shawn Mcafee
She Is Gone
You can shed tears that she is gone,
Or you can smile because she has lived.
You can close your eyes and pray that she'll come back,
Or you can open your eyes and see all she's left.
Your heart can be empty because you can't see her,
Or you can be full of the love you shared.
You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday,
Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.
You can remember her and only that she's gone,
Or you can cherish her memory and let it live on.
You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back,
Or you can do what she'd want:
Smile, open your eyes, love and go on.
Special Thanks
The family of Linda (Quick) Denham Gruver extends heartfelt gratitude for your prayers, support, and kindness during this time. Forever in our hearts and memories. Rest in peace beautiful Momma!
